The broadsword is a slashing weapon. It is worth around 1 gold and 5 silver, and is sold by most weaponsmiths.

A broadsword lies here.
>look broadsword
This massive flat-bladed weapon has a long protective cross guard. The handle
is wrapped with leather; a one-inch ball is set at the end to counterbalance
the blade.

>consider broadsword

This slashing weapon can be wielded one-handed.
It is awful while attacking and good while defending; its speed is average, and it inflicts little damage upon hitting.
It weighs four pounds.

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